《Kensuke NAGAI》
"I ran! It was so hot!!... I'm really tired (bitter smile)."
　◈ But a pleasant fatigue.

(About the goal)
The result of the team's aim and synergy coming to life.
　Until now, there were times when I ran but didn't receive a pass, but I believe that by not giving up and continuing, goals like today's were born.
　Now, when I run, the pass comes, and I am always aiming for the opponent's back.

(What about the assist to Diego?)
At first, I thought I would pass it negatively, but Diego's eyes were pleading, 'Give it here (to my feet).'
　So I timed it with the opponent's DF and waited a bit for the near side to open up.
　In the midst of a tough match, if the attack ends halfway, it will lead to a counterattack.

　There were difficult moments today as well, but I am also conscious of "completing" the attack with Diego.

　Isn't the common awareness between the two of them also increasing?

《Kotaro OMORI》
"It's good that we are scoring goals now, but that doesn't mean we should concede goals either.

　I think it was another unnecessary goal conceded today.
　We want to reflect as a team and make corrections.

　Personally, I always think about fulfilling what is required of the team while showcasing my strong points.
　If you are a forward, it should be acceptable to play somewhat selfishly, but in the midfield,
it is important to prioritize communication between the front and back, and to utilize each other's strengths.

(Did you have a goal chance in the first half?)
If you don't take chances like that, you'll probably be on the bench... (wry smile).
　The goal is not to rush, but the match continues, and there will be tough games.
　I want to work hard and be more ambitious so that I can do my job properly in such situations.

(Was there a 'Happy Birthday Call' from the stands?)
This is the first time for something like this, and rather than feeling 'Wow, I'm happy,' I felt embarrassed... (苦
笑).
　Usually, the match is on the 29th, and since I often stayed overnight at a hotel for my birthday, I am happy to be able to go home today...

Summary of the press conference by Kenta HASEGAWA, Tokyo's coach

It was a really tough game, but the players did a great job and we were able to win, thanks to the many fans and supporters who came to watch the match.

I am really glad that we were able to present a victory to our fans and supporters.
I told the players that if we can win today's match, the victory from the previous match will have even greater significance, and then I let them enter today's match.
From the start, we maintained the lead and were able to secure the third goal right after the beginning of the second half.
I think the best scenario would have been to win 3-1, but Nagoya's set pieces are powerful, so I believe the two goals conceded were unavoidable. However, I want to minimize the number of goals conceded as much as possible.
Today, Ota and Tanabe started for the first time in a while, and I think they did well within the time they were given. Players like Maeda, Togashi, and Azuma, who came on as substitutes, also did a great job of securing the match, so I believe it was a very significant victory.
Today, it seems that Hiroshima also won against Nagasaki, so the points won't narrow, but I want to fight hard to keep up with the top team.

《Q&A》
Q=What is your evaluation of player Nagai?
I think they played exceptionally well.
During the camp, he struggled to create space, but by continuing to play in the FW position, he may have regained his sense as a forward.
The ball settles in front and he scores goals. Previously, he tended to pass at the last moment, but now he has changed to actively take on the goal, becoming a great force in leading the attack alongside Diego.

What is the evaluation of player Morishige?
I think my game sense is coming back by continuing to play in matches.
There was a time when he was away due to a slight injury, but he has worked hard to get himself into a condition where he can play in matches, so he is doing very well.

"Summary of the Press Conference of Nagoya's Yahiro KAZAMA"

"Overall, I think the players did well. However, there were too many opponents on the pitch. That's all."